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J494 GGN

1994 Honda VFR400R

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

66,557 mi
Last recorded66,557 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2006
Typical for 1994 Honda VFR400R38,859 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ494 GGN
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R
Year1994
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 19 Jan 2006 66,557 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Honda VFR400R?

Based on 1,657 MOT tests across 262 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
584
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
262
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 49
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 47
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 44
reflector on motorcycle missing 38
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 35
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J494 GGN is a 1994 Honda VFR400R in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1994 Honda VFR400R models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 38,859 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda VFR400R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J494 GGN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR400R typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 32 years old, this Honda VFR400R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J494 GGN registered?

J494 GGN is a 1994 Honda VFR400R, first registered on 9 June 1994.

Is J494 GGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J494 GGN shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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